Customer Reviews
Ballet 
2008-04-11
Just what I was looking for, not too easy, not to hard. A workout that is like going to a dance class, but without the other students.
amazing benefits 2008-04-06
i did ballet growing up and continued til i was almost 18.. at the time my body was lean and my posture was great and i was flexible, fit & energetic.
now i am almost 30 with a kid( you can imagine the difference), and after doing this dvd only once, i feel like there is hope for me and the rest of the world!
this is a great low-impact workout that stretches and elongates each muscle in the body.
i am really happy with it and i look forward to my second workout (dvd 2)
one more thing, the narrator is amazing and the presentation is fantastic...
How Disappointing 
2008-03-15
I bought this dvd on sale, and thank God I did. I am more than disappointed. One would think, as this one did, that this being presented by the NY City Ballet, it would be fantastic!! But oh, how unfantastic it is. The stretching segment, which I was sooo looking forward to, is more than a joke. That's all the stretching that they do?! Take my word when I say don't buy this, rent it from the library, borrow from a friend, burn a copy, but don't buy it - save your money.
wonderful! 2008-03-14
This is a great in-home exercise video and can be used in addition to taking class. I purchased it for my daughter (16) as she was recovering from a dance injury. I (50) can also use it as a great video workout. It is challenging, effective and uses perfect technique.
You'll definitely feel it 2008-03-02
Bought these DVDs on a whim. Was looking for something different that would keep up my motivation. Both DVDs are nicely paced and easy to follow even for the ballet novice. They work on strength, flexibility, balance, and even a little bit of cardio. New fun twists on old boring floor exercises. The second DVD is my favorite as you can create your own workout with your DVD player menu and target whatever areas you choose on a particular day. You will walk (or in my case crawl) away sore, but feeling like you've done a fair amount of work. It won't turn you into a ballerina, but I do feel like less of a klutz.
You don't need experience at all!! 2008-06-04
I've seen the product completely and I must say YOU DON'T NEED ANY PREVIOUS TRAINING IN BALLET/PILATES. I am a little overweighted and I was scared to buy an exercise package that I can't follow.....I was surprised with this kind of program.....the exercises are tough, bc they are made to sculpture your body.....but they are not difficult to follow. The only part you could get lost is the warming....and you just have to pay attention......everything else is easy to follow. The music will make you forget you are working out....you will be relaxed breathing. The dancers who participate are an inspiration!!! they make everyy move look so natural!!!!
I give this product 5/5.....It's incredible how they conceived this kind of workout and adapted to normal people like us. This has worked for me better than the gym I've paid for 4 years.
You won't regret of buying this product. Besides this reccommendation, getting ballet shoes would help even more.
great for all skill levels 2008-05-31
I loved this workout. This is something anyone can do and work up to. You can tailor this individually based on your technique and abilities.
Elegant strengthening workout - great for posture! 2008-05-29
I have only watched and worked out to Volume 1 of this set so far and I am very impressed. It is almost relaxing to work out to this as the background music is classical and the narrator's voice is very soothing. The exercises themselves are very good and with work I can see how they would tone muscle. It might be a little difficult for those who don't have any dance background but with anything there is a learning curve that must be overcome. Once you get it, its an easy to moderate workout and I found myself with better posture afterwards as a great bonus!
well rounded 
2008-05-15
Only if you adore ballet. You definetly need a little background to do the standing up part. Whats really good about it is that they selected basic ballet exercises which you can actually do without the complete turnout in the hip joint expected from pros. If you aproach it with the love for the art it will be worth your while but if you want to work out NOW its not for you; it takes a little more time and patience to imitate the form and develop balance. The visuals are wonderfull and so is the music.
I like it... 2008-05-01
My ballet experience has been limited to attending a cousin's dance recital when I was about 10 years old, but I find this workout fun. It is somewhat difficult for one who hasn't been exercising (me) and takes a little practice, but it's worth it. I am already more flexible and am more aware of the way I move. It's a great workout for anyone who wants to see quick results.
